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The Night Before Christmas

By: Nicola Knight
Narrated by: Hannah Curtis
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Felicity Brooks is a bit of a Scrooge—but when she meets a man dressed as a giant penguin on Christmas Eve, could it spell a change of heart?

The ridiculous music. The excessive presents. The stupid Christmas sweaters. Felicity wants nothing more than to escape it all, and she pounces on the chance to work shifts over the holiday season at an animal rescue center. After all, it’s the only place that brings her true happiness.

But one day, her evening is disturbed by a stranger named James—dressed as a penguin and cradling a weak kitten. As Felicity and James work together to nurse the sick feline back to health, it gives them the perfect excuse to bond over their mutual dislike of all things festive. And soon, sparks fly.

However, their attraction is interrupted when Felicity’s ex-boyfriend Adam returns to declare his undying love. And when she’s let down by both men, Felicity decides to return to her childhood home for some peace. While there, she uncovers an array of family secrets, and even more about herself—which may just help her to make a choice between the penguin and the ex . . .

©2024 Nicola Knight (P)2024 Dreamscape Media Animals Genre Fiction Romantic Comedy Winter Christmas Heartfelt

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Critic reviews

“Romantic, funny, and touching, Felicity’s story of falling in love with Christmas is wonderful. I loved every word. Better than a warm mince pie on a snowy day.”—Stephanie Butland, bestselling author of Lost for Words and Found in a Bookshop
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I recently read Book Two (not knowing there was a Book One) and loved it so much that I started Book One straight away!

It was great to read the backstory of Felicity, Penguin Man, and the other characters. The story is so sweet, cosy, and idyllic, it’s pure escapism – the ingredients of a perfect Christmas book!

I’m pleased to report that I loved Book One just as much as Book Two, even though I read them in the wrong order 🙃

I listened via audiobook again. The lovely narrator, Hannah Curtis, kept me company while I made dinner and did my chores!

Loved it!

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I loved this audiobook. It made me laugh and cry. It's beautifully written, with so many intriguing plot twists and turns. I related to so much of it, especially delving back into childhood and family history to find release from self-sabotage. It was also hilariously funny! Highly recommend ***** Also beautifully read!

Superb!

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Brilliantly observed and with SO many “OMG - that’s happened to me!” moments, this is witty and sweet romance at it’s finest!

Looking forward to the next tale and hope there’s kittens in that one too!

We’ve all been there!

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